Best 5 3 Ingredient Cranberry Chicken Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our delectable 3-ingredient cranberry chicken, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This simple yet elegant dish showcases the perfect balance between sweet and savory, with juicy chicken breasts smothered in a luscious cranberry sauce, all coming together in a harmonious union of flavors.

In addition to our star recipe, we present a delightful array of cranberry-inspired dishes that will elevate your meals to new heights. Treat your palate to a refreshing cranberry orange smoothie, a burst of citrusy goodness that's perfect for a healthy start to your day. Indulge in the sweet and tangy cranberry oatmeal cookies, a delightful treat that combines the tartness of cranberries with the comforting warmth of oatmeal. And for a festive touch, try our cranberry Christmas punch, a vibrant blend of cranberry juice, ginger ale, and a hint of cinnamon, sure to be the star of your holiday gatherings.

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BAKED CRANBERRY CHICKEN WITH ROSEMARY



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This easy baked cranberry chicken recipe with rosemary is the perfect festive dinner! Bold flavors from fresh garlic, rosemary, citrus, and tangy-sweet cranberries come together to create a show-stopping dish. If you like, you can marinate the chicken in the seasoning and citrus for a couple hours in the fridge or just do as in the recipe and allow it to sit at room temperature for a few minutes.

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Entree

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups fresh cranberries
1/3 cup brown sugar
2-3 tbsp white wine vinegar (more for later)
6 pieces bone-in (skin on chicken (I used 2 chicken breasts and 4 thighs))
6-8 garlic cloves (minced)
Salt and pepper
1 1/2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary (or 1 1/2 tsp dry rosemary)
1 tsp sweet paprika
1/3 cup Extra virgin olive oil
1 lemon (juice of (do not discard used lemon halves))
1 large yellow onion (chopped)
3 celery stalks (chopped)
1/2 cup chicken broth or water
More fresh rosemary for garnish

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cranberries, brown sugar, and white wine vinegar. Set aside for now.
  • Pat the chicken pieces dry. Rub the chicken with the minced garlic on both sides (make sure to apply some of the garlic underneath the chicken skins). Season well with salt and pepper. Combine the rosemary and paprika then apply to the chicken pieces on both sides and again underneath the skin.
  • In a large bowl or deep enough dish, mix the olive oil, lemon juice and 2 tbsp white wine vinegar. Now add the chicken, celery, onions, and used lemon halves. Work everything together with clean hands. Set aside to marinate just for 15 minutes or so.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet. Place the chicken skin side down to brown on medium-high for 5 minutes. Turn over and brown on the other side.
  • Place the chicken, onions, celery, lemon halves and any liquid from the marinade in a lightly oiled baking pan. Add 1/2 cup water or chicken broth, then add the sugared cranberries.
  • Bake in the 425 degrees F heated-oven for 35 to 40 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked through. Serve hot with Lebanese rice and your favorite salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145.2 kcal, Sugar 2.7 g, Sodium 10.9 mg, Fat 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Carbohydrate 9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 1.4 g, Cholesterol 0.7 mg, UnsaturatedFat 10.3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

DUMP-AND-BAKE CRANBERRY CHICKEN



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This 5-ingredient Dump-and-Bake Cranberry Chicken is a cozy, easy dinner recipe that's perfect for cool nights!

Provided by Blair Lonergan

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3 lbs. total)
8 ounces (about 1 cup) French, Russian or Catalina salad dressing
1 (14 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
1 (1 ounce) packet dry onion soup mix seasoning
Zest from ½ of an orange

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray a 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray. Season chicken with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Place chicken in the prepared dish. In a separate bowl, stir together salad dressing, cranberry sauce, dry onion soup mix seasoning and orange zest. Pour sauce over chicken.
  • Cover tightly and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the cover and return to the oven for 15 more minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F. Spoon sauce over chicken and serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /6 of the recipe, Calories 543.6 kcal, Carbohydrate 37.9 g, Protein 52.5 g, Fat 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Cholesterol 132 mg, Sodium 775.8 mg, Fiber 1.3 g, Sugar 28.9 g

3 INGREDIENT CRANBERRY CHICKEN



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This recipe sounds crazy, but it totally works. The sauce is neither too sweet nor too salty. Yummy and pretty enough for company. Easy and uses ingredients I always have on hand. You can use less chicken and the same amount of sauce ingredients; just use a smaller baking dish so sauce doesn't burn. Good served with rice to soak up all that delicious sauce. If you don't have whole berry sauce, jellied sauce works too. I've sometimes added some dried cranberries for visual interest, but they're not necessary.

Provided by Deb Wolf

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

6 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope dry onion soup mix
1 (14 -16 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Spray a 13x9" baking dish with non-stick.
  • Combine soup mix and cranberry sauce.
  • Place chicken in prepared dish; cover with sauce.
  • Cover and bake 25 minutes; remove cover and bake 15 minutes longer or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.4, Fat 13.5, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 585, Carbohydrate 29.8, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 25.5, Protein 30.8

SLOW-COOKER CRANBERRY CHICKEN



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I've been married for 42 years and have 3 children and 2 grandchildren. I love to collect cookbooks and try new recipes. This dish is delicious, easy and good when served with rice and a vegetable side dish. Everyone in the family loves it!-Edith Holliday, Flushing, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1 cup barbecue sauce
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 celery rib, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the cranberry sauce, barbecue sauce, onion, celery, salt and pepper; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until chicken is tender. Serve with rice. Freeze option: Cover and freeze cooled chicken and sauce in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Reheat in a foil-lined 13x9-in. baking dish in a preheated 325° oven until heated through, covering if necessary to prevent excess browning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 471 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 791mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

BEST CRANBERRY CHICKEN



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My mom found this recipe years ago, and now it's become a cheap and easy weeknight favorite at my house.

Provided by misscarolb

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion, chopped
3 pounds chicken thighs
⅔ cup ketchup
⅓ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
1 (8 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place the butter and onion in a 9x13 inch baking dish, and bake in the preheated oven, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent, about 15 minutes. Remove the dish from the oven, push the onion over to one end, and place the chicken thighs in the dish in a single layer. Return to the oven and bake for about 25 minutes.
  • Stir together the ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, mustard powder, and cranberry sauce in a bowl. Remove the chicken from the oven, and scoop the cooked onions into the cranberry mixture. Spoon the mixture over the chicken thighs, and return to the oven.
  • Bake until the cranberry mixture is slightly caramelized and the chicken is done, about 20 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the center should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 526 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Cholesterol 146.4 mg, Fat 25.7 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 38.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 450.4 mg, Sugar 27.5 g

Tips:

  • Buy fresh cranberries. When selecting cranberries, look for berries that are plump and firm. Avoid berries that are soft or wrinkled.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the chicken. This will help you get clean, even cuts.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken. If you overcrowd the pan, the chicken will not cook evenly.
  • Cook the chicken until it is cooked through. The internal temperature of the chicken should be 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Use a non-stick pan to cook the chicken. This will help prevent the chicken from sticking to the pan.
  • Serve the chicken immediately. Cranberry chicken is best served hot.

Conclusion:

Cranberry chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of sweet and tart cranberries with savory chicken is sure to please everyone at the table. This dish can be served with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.

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